How are my cat’s skin allergies treated? - Loch Haven Veterinary Hospital

Well that depends on what's causing it. We may do a food trial if it's food related, we may do some steroids if we need to, or some antihistamines, and if it's just a nasty infection that's causing some of that, we're going to do some shampoos and mousses and some antibiotics.

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How will my cat’s allergies be diagnosed? - Loch Haven Veterinary Hospital

We're going to look at the skin, do a full physical exam, and just give them a good one once over. We're going to do some skin scraping, some skin cytology, and just look and see if there's anything that we see abnormal besides allergens.

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How will seasonal allergies present in my cat? - Loch Haven Veterinary Hospital

Most of the time you're going to see sneezing, coughing, eye discharge, or you may even still see the hair loss and the scabbing with that.

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What are some signs my cat is having an allergic reaction to something? - Loch Haven Veterinary Hospital

You'll notice some facial swelling such as their eye swelling, you might notice some sneezing, some coughing, you may notice them chewing and licking at their body, some hair loss, and even some scabbing.

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Are there allergy medications my cat can take? - Loch Haven Veterinary Hospital

Yes, there are allergy medications for cats, and recommendations will depend on the specific condition your cat is experiencing.

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What should I do if I think my cat has allergies? - Loch Haven Veterinary Hospital

If you suspect that your cat has allergies, you should definitely bring them to see a veterinarian.

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Can my cat’s allergies be related to feline asthma? - Loch Haven Veterinary Hospital

Yes, they can. Exposure to allergens, such as a high amount of pollen, can cause internal issues in cats, leading to allergic bronchitis or, as commonly known, asthma.

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What will my veterinarian recommend for my cat’s allergies? - Loch Haven Veterinary Hospital

It depends on the allergen. We may discuss a food trial, try some steroids to reduce inflammation, prescribe antihistamines, or recommend certain shampoos or mousses.

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Can my cat be allergic to hygiene products such as shampoo? - Loch Haven Veterinary Hospital

Most definitely. Just like humans, cats could be allergic to the different products or fragrances contained in hygiene products like shampoos.

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